The stars of the TV show Steven and Chris tell you how to create a modern cottage style bedroom.


Photography by Christine Flynn

Inspiration
We love this photograph taken by Christine Flynn of Toronto’s Love the Design, which was commissioned by a cottager who wanted to enjoy the lakeside view in his urban home. It’s easy to inject that cozy cottage style feeling – with a modern twist – into a bedroom with just a few key items.

Chandelier
This beautiful lighting option combines the elegance of a chandelier with the beauty of the natural world. restorationhardware.com, $1,395 US.
Leather chair
This supple leather cottage chair is the perfect shape to curl up in and read a book after a long day. Its stainless steel frame lends a modern cottage touch. elte.com, $1,895 US.
Headboard
Set the stage with an understated headboard set against a wall of exposed knotted-pine panelling. restorationhardware.com , $795, US.
Moss-covered balls
A grouping of faux moss balls is a fun geometric display of greenery. crateandbarrel.ca, $15 per set.
Side table
Any type of wooden element will instantly read as warm and rustic decor and offer you that feeling of being right at the cottage. westelm.com, $239.
Antique rug
An antique area rug like this one has a timeless quality and pulls together all the colours of the landscape, from rich wood to sky blue. elte.com, $7,895.